When talking about what type of board exam is the most difficult- there surely would be a life-long debate for that. But when talking about which board exams has shown the lowest passing rates in its nationwide takers- LET exam being the answer would most probably give you the prize.
Think about it, you’ve studied hard for four years and have prepared yourself for the career that you’ve been intently looking forward to with almost every single day of your college life- but then, just when you’ve thought you’re nearest in the possibility of achieving it, then it will show you how in fact… you’re still a giant leap ahead, and this giant leap is ready to devour all of your hard works and sacrifices- if you’ve shown it that you’ve come still not that much equipped, it actually wouldn’t mind.
Yes. That’s what a LET exam looks like for most of its takers.
But for you, that’s not how it will be, anymore- because herein is a list of tips that have been proven. Hence, is sure to save you from that dreadful possibility of not achieving what you have worked so hard for:
KEEP THE PHYSICAL BODY HEALTHY
Although your mental condition is our topmost concern in this period, it is also critically important for you to take good care of your physical health- for it could tremendously affect you and all that you have learned when the testing date comes and you’re not in the proper physical condition.
ALIGN EVERYTHING WITH YOUR MINDSET
What is your purpose? What all of these things are for? What are your priorities? In order to have the right mindset, it is essential that you ask the right questions and of course, think thoroughly in finding the best response to it.
MAINTAIN SELF-DISCIPLINE
Either you are enrolled in a review-center for the exam preparation or is doing the studying all by yourself, you could never be really successful if you do not know how to maintain self-discipline and use it to your own advantage.
STUDY UNDER A SCHEDULE
Although we have or different ways of being efficient and effective when it comes to studying, compromising to study under a specific schedule in a regular manner is never and should never be really an option.
Know when are your peak hours- create a schedule, stick to them.
DO PRACTICE TESTS
In concern with both the time and type of questions that you would most probably encounter, be sure to undergo practice tests under the formerly stated conditions.
MAXIMIZE THE CLUES
Sometimes, during the exam period itself, because of the pressure and the atmosphere we are in, we tend to forget how to think a bit ‘loose’ and actually identify the clues that all along, is already pointing us to the best answer we’ve been looking for!
DO NOT REVIEW THE DAY BEFORE
It has been proven that for examinations as big as this one, it is best to have your last day of preparation a day before the testing date.
All are in your mind already, be confident.
DOUBLE CHECK YOUR SHADING
Nobody wants to suffer a failure in such exam just because you have failed to check if your shading had been done in a proper manner, right? Then, act in accordance so.
DO NOT COMPARE ANSWERS
Whatever your motive is, do not ever dare to ask your seatmate regarding the answer on that certain question you had some hard time dealing upon. Focus on your present and do not involve yourself in anything that might just cause you unnecessary emotional turmoil.
ANSWER ALL ITEMS
An educated guess will always be a better option than skipping a confusing question. As said, maximize the clues, do the elimination method, and understand the question from a fresh perspective once a bit more.
RELAX
Calm down and do not let your racing heartbeat get the better of you. Remember how much effort you’ve sufficiently allotted for this one. Take deep breaths.
REMEMBER WHAT MOTIVATES YOU THE BEST
God? Family? That license? Whatever gives you the best kick, always keep them in your mind starting from every review sessions up until before you’ll dive in then into the game.
References:
LETPasser.com. (2019). 7 Best Tips on How to Pass the LET (Licensure Exam for Teachers) this 2018 – LETPasser.com. [online] Available at: http://www.letpasser.com/2017/7-tips-pass-licensure-exam-teachers-2017/ [Accessed 17 Jan. 2019].
Rappler. (2019). 5 tips to help you review for your LET (Licensure Exam for Teachers). [online] Available at: https://www.rappler.com/life-and-style/career/125476-licensure-examination-for-teachers-let-exams-review-tips [Accessed 17 Jan. 2019].
PRCBoard.com. (2019). How to Pass Board Licensure Exam? Tips from PRC Passers and Examinees. [online] Available at: https://www.prcboard.com/2016/06/How-to-Pass-Board-Licensure-Exam-Tips-from-PRC-Passers-and-Examinees.html [Accessed 17 Jan. 2019].
